News & Announcements

Elm Tree Elementary (PS 211) will host its Virtual Parents Teacher Conference on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
This will be a Half Day for Students, with dismissal at 11:20 a.m.
Parent-teacher conferences are a valuable opportunity to speak directly with your child’s teacher and learn more about your child’s academic progress and growth.

Conference Session Times:
🕐 Afternoon Sessions: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
🌙 Evening Sessions: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary invites all families to join us for our upcoming Virtual Town Hall Meeting on March 11th at 9:00 AM.
This meeting is an important opportunity for our school community to stay informed, connected, and engaged. During the Town Hall, we will provide updates and discuss:
Community Check-In
Academic Updates
School Safety & Culture
After School Programs
Updates on Extracurricular Activities & Special Programs (IEP, ENL)
Parent Engagement Opportunities
School Community Q & A
💻 Zoom Information:
Meeting ID: 869 4240 0299
Passcode: 024211

Parents as Visionaries
📅 March 9
⏰ 8:30 AM
📍 School Gymnasium
P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary is excited to host Session IV of our Parent Leadership in Action Workshop Series! This powerful session, Parents as Visionaries, focuses on strengthening the partnership between families and schools.

Dear Elm Tree Families,

Join us in celebrating Civics Week at Elm Tree Elementary from March 9th through March 13th by participating in our schoolwide spirit week! 🎉

Please see the attached flyer for details on how we will be celebrating each day:

Monday: Voting Kickoff – Wear Red, White, and Blue! 🇺🇸
Tuesday: Recycle Day – Wear GREEN and BLUE! ♻️💚💙
Wednesday: Community Helper – Dress as a community helper (teacher, sanitation worker, nurse, helper, leader)! 👩‍🏫👨‍🚒👩‍⚕️
Thursday: Leaders in History – Find a leader in history you admire and dress up like them! 🌟📚
Friday: School Spirit – Wear GREEN for Elm Tree! 💚🌳

We look forward to everyone’s participation!

Elm Tree Elementary

March 2026 is here and it’s going to be a very busy month filled with learning, leadership, celebrations and community events! There is no better way to welcome the Spring season than by sharing our P.S. 211 Elm Tree Elementary March 2026 School Calendar with all of our families!

Dear Elm Tree Elementary Families,

All Pre-K through 5th grade classes are taking devices home each day. Families, please scan the QR code and complete the Device Promise Google Form. Every family must do this.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the tech team here at Elm Tree Elementary.

Warm Regards,
Elm Tree Elementary

Dear Elm Tree Families,

Thank you for your participation and support in our before and after school programs for the Spring 2026 Cycle II from Monday, February 2, 2026 until Friday, May 8, 2026.

Please note that there are NO before and after school programs on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Dear Elm Tree Families,

Thank you for your participation and support in our before and after school programs for the Spring 2026 Cycle II from Monday, February 2, 2026 until Friday, May 8, 2026.

Please note that there are no before and after school programs on Friday, February 27, 2026.

Elm Tree Elementary School (PS 211) invites all families to participate in the NYC School Survey, which begins February 9 and ends April 4.

Your voice matters. The survey provides valuable feedback that helps our school improve programs, strengthen instruction, and better support our students and families. The results give administration, teachers, and staff a clear understanding of what is working well and where we can continue to grow.

Please complete the survey and return it to school with your child. If you complete the survey online, kindly send the confirmation receipt with your child.

If you need assistance completing the survey, please contact Ms. Gisella Catarine:
📍 In person daily from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
📞 929-208-4860 ext. 2145
📧 [email protected]

FREE Soccer Clinic & Educational Session in celebration of World Water Day!

Designed for children ages 8–11, this exciting event combines skill-building on the field with an engaging educational experience focused on the importance of water in our communities and around the world.

📅 March 7th
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Session 2: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 Hinton Park
(114 St., 113 St. between 34 Ave. and 37 Ave.)